Camco Manufacturing Appoints Chris Metz as Chief Executive Officer

GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Camco Manufacturing, a leading manufacturer of parts and accessories serving the outdoor recreation industry, today announced the appointment of Chris Metz as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Metz succeeds Demir Vangelov.

"I am honored to step into the role of CEO of Camco Manufacturing and lead a company with such a strong legacy of serving outdoor enthusiasts,” said Chris Metz. "I look forward to building upon our heritage in partnership with our talented team, deepening our customer relationships, accelerating our growth and expanding our impact in the outdoor lifestyle marketplace."

Metz brings to Camco a distinguished track record in the consumer products industry. He began his career at Black and Decker, helping launch DeWALT power tools and rising through the organization to become President of the Hardware and Home Improvement Group. Following nearly a decade at Sun Capital Partners, he returned to the consumer products space as CEO of outdoor products companies Arctic Cat, Vista Outdoor, and most recently Solo Brands.

The leadership transition reflects a thoughtful and collaborative process between Vangelov and the Board of Directors, with the priority focus on positioning Camco for continued success. "Chris’ appointment ensures continuity of our strategic vision while bringing fresh perspectives that will drive innovation and growth," said Board Chair Dave Butler. “We’re confident that Chris’ leadership and extensive background in the outdoor industry will strengthen Camco’s position in the outdoor lifestyle market.”

Metz holds an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a B.S. in Business Administration and Management from the University of Delaware.

ABOUT CAMCO

Camco leads the future of outdoor recreation living with innovative and advanced technology, engineering solutions for simpler, safer, and more enjoyable outdoor living. Our mission is to enhance every recreational vehicle journey by providing premium solutions in water sanitation, power, towing, ventilation, stabilization, functional accessories, and services. Founded in 1966 in Greensboro, NC, Camco operates from five U.S.-based facilities and multiple facilities in Asia. With a dedicated team of 1,000+ employees who understand outdoor enthusiasts’ needs, Camco has 150+ patents and 4,000+ products designed to enhance outdoor experiences. Learn more about Camco at www.camco.net.